Extremely rare antique French Empire ormolu and patinated bronze portefaix mantel clock signed in the bronze Alibert with two tune musical base also signed Alibert. This model is based on a design by Jean Andre Reiche. This model stands on a superb burr maple veneered base, inset with mother of pearl & contains an early two tune pull wind musical box numbered 2890. The mother of pearl plaque signed in script “Changer” and “Jouer” and then below “Alibert a Paris”. A choice of two airs can be played via a 2.5 inch pinned cylinder and a tuned steel comb to interior, the exterior with pull-wind cord to right hand side The figure has fine enamel eyes, wears a rimmed hat, jacket and pantaloons, is captured in a striding pose, carrying an envelope and using a walking cane, whilst transporting a tied cotton bale housing the timepiece movement on his back. The stepped sarcophagus form base has a fine mount showing three cherubs aboard a punt, whilst the clock sits on four fine ormolu toupee feet. The fine convex, white enamel dial with arabic numerals, is driven by a fine fusee movement. The mercury, fire gilded ormolu is entirely original, and the clock is signed on the case Alibert a Paris. Tardy has Francois Alibert working in Paris, Rue J.J. Rouseau from 1812 -30. The clock is 26cm (10.25ins) high; the clock and base 32cm (12.5ins) high overall.
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Dimensions:Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:BronzeMapleOrmoluPatinated
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:1810-1819
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Date of Manufacture:1812
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:London, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: LU2015340622592
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